3 Standout Commercial Air Movers for Water Damage Restoration
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Sam Miller
RevOps Manager
If you’re in the market for air movers, this brief guide is designed to help you. But it has an intriguing twist: Each air mover we mention has an out-of-the-ordinary feature that could be beneficial for your business. Keep reading to discover what makes these models worth considering – and also to see some sage advice for selecting and using commercial air movers.
1. Primo Portability
2. Unobtrusive Operation
3. Handy Handling
Other Things to Consider When Selecting Air Movers for Your Business
Brand Reputation
It's crucial to focus on leading brands that are known for their high quality and reliable performance. The PHOENIX, DR-EAZ and XPOWER brands certainly meet those criteria. Other popular brands include B-Air, Soleaire and Maxx Air.
Key Features
Of course, portability, quiet operation and easy handling – offered by the three models we listed above – are attractive features. But you’ll want to consider other important attributes as well:
High CFM (cubic feet per minute) ratings for powerful air flow that ensures efficient drying
Multiple speed settings for versatility in different drying scenarios
A strong body and durable construction to withstand frequent use and transport
Overall size (larger units will occupy more space in a room)
A stackable design for easy storage and transportation
Labeling that confirms units have undergone professional electrical testing to ensure safe use
Built-in power outlets that let you daisy-chain multiple units
Adjustable positioning for directing airflow where needed
Energy efficiency, which can affect operating costs, environmental impacts, and how many units you can use at one time.
Job-Site Requirements
Incorporating a variety of commercial air mover models into your operation will provide the flexibility you need to tackle any job. These can include a combination of centrifugal and axial air movers. Plus, you may need specialty models such as low profile air movers (e.g., floor blower or floor drying fan units, or carpet dryer / carpet fan units)
Tips for Using Air Movers You End Up Buying
Any time you put your air movers into action, be sure to document their use by following the steps below:
Begin with Moisture Mapping
Moisture mapping is a critical first step in water damage restoration, and involves pinpointing the exact locations and extent of moisture within a structure. This process is essential because it guides restoration efforts, ensuring that drying equipment is effectively placed and that all wet areas are addressed, preventing mold growth and structural damage.
For example, here is how you can perform moisture mapping with the magicplan app:
Create a Digital Sketch: Begin by using magicplan’s LiDAR Auto-Scan feature (for iOS) to create an accurate sketch of the site. This real-time mapping allows you to quickly generate a floor plan of the job site.
Determine and Document Affected Areas: Use the magicplan app to annotate your floor plan, by pinpointing areas with moisture presence. You can log moisture readings, relative humidity and temperature, and the date of these measurements. And you can even describe the affected material types. Then attach photos of the moisture meter readings to guarantee that no detail is missed.
Chart Air Mover Placement
For example, the magicplan app has an object library for this task. It allows you to place pre-made objects on your job-site sketch to show placement of water mitigation equipment. The app’s available objects include air movers and dehumidifiers, but you can also create custom objects for other types of equipment.
Record Air Mover Readings
After positioning your air movers, it's essential to track and record their performance. A good documentation app, such as magicplan, will help you perform this task efficiently as well. Doing so helps you maintain accurate records for effective project management, client communication and finalization of insurance claims.
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